CONFERENCE VENUE INFORMATION

CONFERENCE VENUE
INFORMATION
HERE’S THE
TOP 5 REASONS WHY
THE THISTLE INN IS
YOUR IDEAL
MEETING VENUE
01
AT THE THISTLE INN
WE DELIVER YOU 5 STAR
SERVICE WITH FOOD
TO MATCH.
FANTASTIC
LOCATION
The bus and train stations are very
handy. We are walking distance for many
office buildings, which means it’s easy
and fast to get here.
“I have organized a couple of day meetings for
members of our team here at the Productivity
Commission.
They have commented very favourably on the room
they have used – in particular, the natural light and
also being close to Wellington Railway Station.”
Robyn
Productivity NZ
02
03
SERVICE
FLEXIBILITY
You’ll get quality service throughout the day
to make sure you have everything you need
to have an effective day.
Rooms to accommodate for groups of 4
to 30 people to suit your needs, including
‘break out rooms’.
“We have particularly appreciated the ‘can do’ attitude
of the Thistle Inn team and their preparedness to
respond to particular requests or needs.”
“People who attend the training always enjoy the wider
environ of the pub with its character and history. The
rooms themselves are attractive, comfortable and have
all the necessary amenities.”
Fran Parkin
New Zealand Association
of Physiotherapists
James
Scratch Design
04
05
CHARACTER
QUALITY FOOD
You get a unique setting that is inspirational
and not a generic hotel room to send people
to sleep. There are even plenty of fresh air
places to enjoy.
Our food is always ‘raved’ about from
people. It’s also great value.
“There is a sense of being at the heart of history in
this special building that inspires the imagination.
But more than that, the rooms are always immaculate
in their presentation and the staff wonderfully helpful.
Many of us have lunch downstairs at long tables,
with a big open fire going, and the sense of camaraderie
deepens as each day progresses. It’s a marvellous venue”
“The space is comfortable and well maintained, with
lots of natural light. The food was excellent and the
bar downstairs is a nice bonus too!”
Dame Fiona Kidman
Laura
HERE’S WHY OFF-SITE
MEETINGS ARE MORE
EFFECTIVE
WE ARE REGULARLY
USED BY ALL THE
MAJOR GOVERNMENT
DEPARTMENTS AND WE
HAVE A LARGE NUMBER OF
CORPORATE CLIENTS
FACE-TO-FACE
INTERACTIONS
FRESH PERSPECTIVE
GREATER PRODUCTIVITY
A simple change in location acts as a refresher
for employees, allowing them to think about
old problems with a new perspective.
Since employees come to the new location
for a specific purpose, ideas flow more easily.
They are not distracted by the usual day to
day activities.
CHANGE OF PACE
BOOST IN CREATIVITY
Offsite meetings break up every day routines
and give employees a different atmosphere in
which to work.
A new space, lined with art puts employees
in a creative mindset from the moment they
walk through the doors.
Employees from various divisions of a
company can come together to discuss
topics face-to-face, allowing for faster
communication and the development of
more ideas.
HERE’S WHY OFF-SITE
MEETINGS ARE MORE
EFFECTIVE
BUILD TEAMWORK
INSPIRATION
Discussing topics in-person, over the course
of an entire day, helps employees get to know
one another, allowing them to work better as
a team.
A location like the Thistle located in the
heart of Wellington in a historic category one
building, is sure to inspire employees more
than the usual.
INCREASE MORALE
DETAILS ARE TAKEN
CARE OF
There’s no denying it; offsite meetings are
fun. Employees enjoy experiencing a new
location and it also helps to increase morale
and develop a sense of comradery between
colleagues.
Offsite locations are specifically designed
to host meetings. As a result, the space is
optimized to allow your meeting to be as
innovative as it can be!
FREQUENTLY
ASKED
QUESTIONS
WILL I HAVE A DEDICATED
PERSON ON THE DAY?
DO THE ROOMS HAVE
NATURAL LIGHT?
Yes we have one point of contact for you
who you will be notified of prior to your
arrival. They are there to make sure you have
everything you need and to ensure any catering
is ready when required.
Yes! Unlike many hotel conference rooms,
both our rooms have loads of natural
light and easy access to fresh air to get the
minds working!
DO YOU CATER FOR
SPECIAL DIETARY
REQUIREMENTS?
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO
YOU HAVE?
We sure do – we offer a variety of gluten free,
dairy free and any other special requirements
you may have. The chefs ensure that you are
well catered for. Before the event just let us
know the names of the people with special
dietary requirements and we will make sure
everything is taken care of and they get great
food that matches their needs.
We offer electronic whiteboards, flip charts
and data projectors.
CAN WE BRING OUR OWN
CATERING OR EQUIPMENT?
Unfortunately we don’t allow out catering;
our chefs create delicious food which won’t
disappoint. If we don’t offer the equipment
you are after, let us know and we can discuss
your requirements further.
WHAT TIME CAN WE
HAVE ACCESS TO THE
ROOM FROM?
We can arrange for someone to be available
from 7am.
WHAT TIME CAN WE
HAVE THE ROOM UNTIL?
DO YOU HAVE WIRELESS
INTERNET?
Generally meeting room bookings are
until 5pm. If you would like to stay longer
this can be arranged, please discuss your
requirements with us.
Yes we do and it’s FREE!
OUR
MEETING
ROOMS
GEORGE’S ROOM
KATHERINE MANSFIELD
ROOM
ROOM PRICING
ROOM PRICING
Full day
Half day
Full day
Half day
8am – 5pm
8am -1pm OR 1pm- 5pm
8am – 5pm
8am -1pm OR 1pm- 5pm
$415
$295
$345
$235
ROOM SET-UP
ROOM SET-UP
20 people boardroom style
30 people theatre style
24 people cafe style
14 people boardroom style
18 people theatre style
18 people cafe style
EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE FOR BOTH ROOMS
Electronic whiteboard $120 / Flip charts $35 /
Data show $195.00 full day, $125.00 half day set fee / Wireless internet FREE
GEORGE’S
ROOM
KATHERINE
MANSFIELD
ROOM
CONFERENCE
CATERING PACKAGES
CONFERENCE
CATERING
PACKAGES
PACKAGE
01
ON ARRIVAL: Tea, coffee, water
MORNING TEA: Scones, fruit, tea and coffee
LUNCH: 2 hot selection, 1 cold selection (your choice from menu
overleaf), tea and coffee
AFTERNOON TEA: Cheeseboard, tea and coffee
Full Day $46 per person / Half Day $38 per person
PACKAGE
02
ON ARRIVAL: Tea, coffee, water
MORNING TEA: Scones, tea and coffee
LUNCH: Chef ’s salad and club sandwich selection of the day
(please enquire for more details)
AFTERNOON TEA: Danishes, tea and coffee
Full Day $35 per person / Half Day $30 per person
PACKAGE
03
ON ARRIVAL: Tea, coffee, juice, water
MORNING TEA: Scones, fruit, tea and coffee
LUNCH: 4 lunch selections (your choice from menu overleaf),
juice, tea and coffee
AFTERNOON TEA: Cheeseboard, danishes, tea and coffee
Full Day $62 per person / Half Day $50 per person
CONFERENCE MENU
MORNING & AFTERNOON TEA
$7.50 FIRST ITEM, $12 TWO ITEMS,
$16 THREE ITEMS (includes tea and coffee)
• Cheese scones
• Date scones
• Savoury spinach, feta and roasted
pepper muffins
• Tiny baked vanilla cheese cakes
• Chocolate nemesis
• White chocolate and cranberry crunch
biscuits
• Assorted fruit danishes
• Seasonal fresh fruit mix of cut and
whole
• Cheese board
• Assorted mini savouries
• Antipodes sparkling water / $6 per person
• Juice / $3 per person
• Tea & coffee / $4 per person
LUNCH
$19 TWO ITEMS, $26 THREE ITEMS, $32 FOUR ITEMS, $40 FIVE ITEMS
(includes tea and coffee)
SALADS
VEGETARIAN
• Lamb, vegetables, chickpeas, tarragon
mustard dressing
• Pasta, tomatoes, olives, capers, parmesan
• Quinoa, beetroot, pumpkin, feta
• Chorizo, couscous salad
• Roasted vegetable medley
• Vegetable frittata, spicy basil tomato salsa
• Crumbed eggplant, vegetables, halloumi
• Soup of the day
SANDWICHES / BRUSCHETTA / BAPS
SEAFOOD
• Chicken, cashew, rocket clubs
• Monk fish, beans, tomatoes, lime butter
• Cheese, onion, cream cheese clubs
• Egg, spring onion and ham clubs
• Tomato, caramelised onion, basil bruschetta
• Roasted vegetable bruschetta
• Roast beef, pickle, cheese, rocket baps
• Ham, wholegrain mustard, egg baps
• Paua fritters, lemon
• Tarakihi, crumbed goujons, tartare
• Fish cakes
MEAT
• Spicy lamb skewers, cucumber yoghurt
• Baked green olive chicken
• Spanish meat balls with almond sauce
• Mini beef burgers, cheese, caramelised
onion, rocket
• Savoury pies
• Beef stroganoff, herbed rice
Full dinner set menu also available. Let us know if we can arrange a table in the bar or restaurant for your group after its meeting.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
1.
Final numbers are to be advised no later than
1 week prior to the start of the function. This
will constitute the minimum number charged for
catering purposes.
4.
If a function room cannot be made available to
the client due to operational reasons, the Centre
reserves the right to substitute another room(s)
which best meets the client’s needs.
2.
Food and beverage may not be brought on to
the premise. Where possible, we will endeavor
to accommodate persons with special dietary
requirements. However, the premise accepts no
responsibility should person(s) become ill from
eating food which may be harmful to them.
Overall requirements for food and beverage
(i.e. type of food, estimated number of persons)
is required no later than 1 week preceding the
seminar date. Final numbers are to be made
no later than 1 week prior to the start of
the seminar.
5.
Normal hours of conference facility use are 8am
until 5.00pm. Should the function extend outside
of the agreed hours, the Centre reserves the right
to charge at a rate of $50.00 per hour or part
thereof, plus GST.
6.
Equipment requirements must be made at least
24 hours prior to the start of the function in
order to guarantee availability. Clients may not
bring equipment which the venue can supply, such
as data show, whiteboard or flipcharts.
7.
All equipment belonging to the clients or parties
involved in the client’s function is to be removed
the same day as the function. The premise does
no accept liability for loss or damage to the
client’s equipment, property, personal effects, or
any equipment hired on behalf of the client.
8.
Payment is to be made by the 20th of the
month following the date of invoice. Failure to
do so may mean that future bookings cannot be
guaranteed. The final conference account may be
adjusted for additional equipment hired, catering
ordered, photocopying, telephone calls or other
miscellaneous requests made on the day.
3.
Should the booking be cancelled more than 15
working days in advance, no charge will be
incurred. If cancellation is received 15 or less
days in advance, 50% of venue rental will be
charged; 5 or less days in advance, 100% of
venue rental and 30% of the food cost will
be charged. Food cancelled on the day incurs a
100% charge. The booking date can be changed
1 week prior to booking, otherwise cancellation
fees still apply.
Let our history become
a part of yours
www.thistleinn.co.nz